SIT60322 - CRICOS Code: 112289B
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior operators who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with managerial skills and sound knowledge of industry to coordinate hospitality operations. They operate independently, have responsibility for others and make a range of operational business decisions.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or small business manager. The diversity of employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.
This qualification allows for multiskilling and for acquiring targeted skills in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found here.
Duration:
- 104 weeks including 80 weeks of study and 24 weeks of holidays
Mode of Study:
- Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning
- Practical Training and Assessment
- Work-Based Training
Delivery Schedule:
- Classes are rostered for 2½ days per week.
- Full-Time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Weekly Delivery Schedule
Units without practical components:
- 2 Days: Face-to-Face in class and;
- 5 hours of structured and supervised learning
Units with practical components:
- Day 1: Face-to-Face in class and;
- Day 2: In the training kitchen
- 5 hours of structured and supervised learning
Fees
- Enrolment Fees: $250
- Tuition Fees: $30,000
- Material Fee: $2000
Material fee includes
- The study material provided in the classroom
- The ingredients being used in Training Kitchen during training.
Resources to be Supplied by Students:
Students who enrolled in this qualification require to have self-supplied the following mandatory resources.
- Kitchen tool kit
- Chef uniform kit
- Chef shoes with anti-slip soles
*** The costs of the above resources are not included in the enrolment fee, material fees or tuition fees.
Work Bases training
The unit SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook requires you to demonstrate skills in a real workplace with access to all required facilities, equipment and documentation. During Work Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings.
All Work Based Training is organised by Illoura College in consultation with students.
** A graduate of SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or a superseded version) will earn credits for the equivalent units studied. The study period for SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management will be determined by the number of units they will qualify for credit for.
Training & Assessment Strategy:
The training and assessment strategy of this qualification includes the following methods of delivery and assessment to suit your learning style and the requirements of each unit of competency.
- Face to face discussions, learning activities and skills observations
- Practical learning and skills observations taking place in the training kitchen
- Practical tasks, projects and assessments
- Portfolio Evidence
- Real work/life experience
- Simulated work-based learning and assessment
- Written assessments including projects and knowledge based questions
- Structured and guided e-learning activities
- Workplace based assessment for specific unit(s) of competency
- Industry excursions and incursions
- Other specific methods applied to each unit of competency
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition is available upon request students with prior skills, experience, knowledge, or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Admissions Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrolment
- Have completed high school studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 (international students only) OR
- Have completed secondary school or Advanced level education overseas OR
- Have demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience in the hospitality industry
English Language Requirement (for international students only):
In instances where the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requires evidence of English language proficiency for student visa application, you will need to provide proof that you satisfy one of the following English language requirements:
- IELTS Test Score of 6.0
- PTE Academic Test Score of 46; OR
- Cambridge English Test Score of 169 OR
- OET Pass Grade; OR
- Currently studying in Australia and have studied for a period of 6 months or more at AQF Certificate III level or above.
Qualification Pathway
Students who complete this course may pursue higher education qualifications in hospitality management.
Job Outlook
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following possible job roles:
- Area Manager
- Operations Managers
- Food and Beverage Manager
- Café Owner/Manager
- Kitchen Manager
- Restaurant Manager
- Executive Housekeeper,
- Unit Manager Catering Operations
- Executive Chef
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Unit Type |
BSBOPS601 ** | Develop and implement business plans | Core |
BSBFIN601 ** | Manage organisational finances | Core |
SITXFIN011 ** | Manage physical assets | Core |
SITXWHS008 ** | Establish and maintain a work health and safety system | Core |
SITXMPR014 ** | Develop and implement marketing strategies | Core |
SITXHRM010 ** | Recruit, select and induct staff | Core |
SITXHRM012 ** | Monitor staff performance | Core |
SITXGLC002 | Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law | Core |
SITXFIN010 | Prepare and monitor budgets | Core |
SITXMGT005 | Establish and conduct business relationships | Core |
SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Core |
SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Core |
SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Core |
SITXCCS016 | Develop and manage quality customer service practices | Core |
SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Elective |
SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment | Elective |
SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Elective |
SITXFSA008 | Develop and implement a food safety program | Elective |
SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using methods of cookery | Elective |
SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches | Elective |
SITHKOP013 | Plan cooking operations | Elective |
SITHKOP012 | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | Elective |
SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | Elective |
SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes | Elective |
SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes | Elective |
SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes | Elective |
SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Elective |
SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Elective |
SITHKOP015 | Design and cost menus | Elective |
SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs | Elective |
SITXCCS011 | Interact with customers | Elective |
SITXCOM006 | Source and present information | Elective |
SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook | Elective |
** Seven (7) units are completed in SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management in 26 weeks. The remaining twenty-six (26) units are completed in the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (or superseded version) and SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management. Students will be awarded credit transfers for these units.
Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet the student and industry requirements.
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